Mental illness is a health problem that significantly affects how a person feels, thinks, behaves, and interacts with other people. Some examples of mental illness include depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behaviours.
For more information visit: Mental Health Australia or National Mental Health Consumer and Carer Forum
The National Mental Health Consumer and Carer Forum (NMHCCF) is a combined national voice for mental health consumers and carers. Members use their lived experience, understanding of the mental health system and communication skills to advocate by providing an informed, strong and unified voice to government, the mental health sector and other identified stakeholders; and ensuring that issues and concerns are acknowledged and addressed as part of the national policy development process in Australia.
